1992 BMW 332 vs. 1987 Mazda 323
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1987 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 323. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1987 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 332 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
